Mom of 2 of Ramblings of a Stay at Home Mom is my inspiration for todays post. Stop by and say hello to her will you.
Lightbulbs and batteries….we all have them…we all need them…but where to keep them so you can find them is the question. Ideally you would want to store such things in a central part of the home so they are easily accessible. I have always stored lightbulbs and batteries together…..it just occurred to me that one doesn’t need the other BUT….somehow it just makes sense…..they are both things that have to be replaced often. In my old home I had a closet where I kept these items tucked away in baskets. In this home I don’t have that luxury on my main floor so instead I do this…..
I LOVE these totes. Not only do they hold a lot but they are clear so you know what you have! Of course I wouldn’t want this displayed in my living room for two reasons. One, they aren’t the most attractive things and two, visual clutter does NOT lead to peacefulness (see previous post). I keep this tote in my study right beside the computer…accessible but not noticeable from the living room where I do the majority of my relaxing. So if you are still with me at this point let me run through what I keep in each drawer starting from the top:
- The first drawer holds my P-Touch for labelling (!!!) as well as my Mp3/CD player.
- Next we have my tool drawer. I keep a mini drill, hammer, screwdriver, etc.. Always a good idea to have a screwdriver handy near the batteries.
- This drawer holds my extra keys and other miscellaneous items.
- The batteries!
- This drawer holds extra extension cords, picture hooks and let me not forget my favorite Command It hooks.
- Lightbulbs of all watts and sizes.
There you have it. Again just a simple solution but one that you may not have thought of and if it helps even one other person I’m a happy girl!
If there are certain items you are always looking for and can’t find then this just might work for you too.
mom of 2 says
Hurray! That is an awesome idea, thank you, thank you! I happen to have an empty one of those bins (I love them too) and now I know just what I’ll do with it!
I still haven’t found those stinking night light bulbs yet, but I’m glad I could inspire you!
Sandra says
That is a brilliant idea, I need to do this. I’m always trying to find a spot for my light bulbs and batteries, especially the batteries they seem to be all over the house LOL
Have a great day 🙂
Sandra
warpie says
Ohhh, I’m getting that, and on wheels too, sweet!
Stacey says
Great idea. I never thought of keeping batteries and light bulbs together but it works!! I also like the idea of keeping a screwdriver near the batteries!!
Michelle- This One's For The Girls says
I read your blog every Wednesday–and I just wanted to say that you’ve been very helpful. I like this idea better than today’s WFMW idea!
Mom2fur says
The person who invented these things was a genius. I have several in my home. But I never thought to use one for batteries and light bulbs. I’d put flashlights in there, too! Now I’ll have to think where to put yet another rolly cart, because I really like your idea!
Barbara H. says
Great idea. We have things like this tossed in a cabinet, but the drawers would work better.
Amy says
Great idea! I don’t think I have happened upon your blog before and I am going to have to take a peek. I love organzing stuff and it is fun to find another junkie 🙂
Jennifer says
Oh, good, I am a good organizer–my lightbulbs and batteries are stored together, too. Funny.